This article examines the state of consumer rights-protection in Bangladesh, highlighting both the legal framework and its practical implications. There are certain stipulations for the consumers to incline any legal action. Without having any money receipt none can file a complaint. There is a lacking in the state practice not to provide money receipt to all for petty shopping. Under such circumstances, Bangladesh has comprehensive laws in place to safeguard consumer rights, shortcomings persist in ensuring adequate protection. The presence of overlapping statutes and regulatory bodies underscores the lack of streamlined consumer protection mechanisms in the country. Another issue might be raised that is shortage of man power to run such an office smoothly. There is no independent office to oversee and work with the submitted complaints. Another perception is seen among the consumers that they might not get any remedy submitting a complaint. Through an analysis of these issues, the article aims to shed light on the challenges facing consumer rights enforcement and calls for reforms to enhance the efficacy of consumer protection measures in Bangladesh. For the better interest of the consumers the maintenance of the quality of commodities and goods is another issue to focus. In the recommendations a few suggestions have been given.
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Department of Law and Human Rights, R. P. Shaha University, Bangladesh
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